Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Essential Amino Acid.
Essential Amino Acid - as a noun
An amino acid that is required by animals but that they cannot synthesize; must be supplied in the diet
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
amino acidaminoalkanoic acidHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Leucine is an essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in muscle protein synthesis."
"Phenylalanine is one of the essential amino acids found in many protein-rich foods."
"Histidine is an essential amino acid that is particularly important for infants."
"Valine is an essential amino acid that helps regulate the balance of nitrogen in the body."
"Isoleucine is an essential amino acid that is involved in energy production and muscle recovery."
